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Academic Ioanna Kakoulli Passes Away - Grief in the Scientific Community

Published January 2, 2026, 09:21
Academic Ioanna Kakoulli Passes Away - Grief in the Scientific Community

Academic Ioanna Kakoulli has passed away, causing deep grief in the scientific community. The President of the Cyprus Institute, Stavros Malas, expressed his sorrow over the loss of a scientist of international repute, with integrity and vision for research and culture. Kakoulli made a significant contribution to the field of cultural heritage science and archaeometry, combining technology with history and the preservation of monuments. She was known for her dedication to protecting and promoting historical heritage. She was scheduled to take over as director of the Cyprus Institute's Science and Technology in Archaeology Center, a prospect that would have brought new collaborations and inspiration. Malas described her as a person with kindness, gentleness and discreet strength, an example of dignity and contribution. Stavros Malas shared personal memories from their childhood, emphasizing Kakoulli's purity of soul and integrity throughout her life. Her loss is considered particularly significant for Cyprus, as she was an ambassador of the country's scientific excellence.